Makapabalaka

worrying; concerning; alarmingadjective

Alternative meanings

Causing worry, concern, alarm, or uneasiness because of a possible negative consequence, risk, or problem.

Pronunciation

mah-kah-pah-bah-LAH-kah

Root and affixes

From balaka, worry or concern. Maka- indicates that something causes or brings about that worry.

Variants or conjugations

worrying; concern; worry; to worry; caused concern; frightening

Related words and expressions

worry; fear; danger; problem; risk; trouble; alarm

Meaning and usage notes

Use it for situations, news, signs, or data that cause concern. For intense fear, makapahadlok may be stronger.